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With three different writing systems, learning Japanese can be confusing for beginners. It's much easier to break the systems down, and focus on one at a time. Here, Japanese teacher Kaoru N. shares his tips to help you learn hiragana...
There are three types of letters in the Japanese language: hiragana, katakana, and kanji. Hiragana and katakana are based on sounds and pronunciation. In kanji, each character has its own meaning.
Hiragana characters are the most fundamental and basic chara …
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Japanese Writing Systems for Beginners: Learn Hiragana

With three different writing systems, learning Japanese can be confusing for beginners. It's much easier to break the systems down, and focus on one at a time. Here, Japanese teacher Kaoru N. shares his tips to help you learn hiragana...
There are three types of letters in the Japanese language: hiragana, katakana, and kanji. Hiragana and katakana are based on sounds and pronunciation. In kanji, each character has its own meaning.
Hiragana characters are the most fundamental and basic chara

Need Weekend Plans? 11 Things to Do in DC With Kids

At first glance, Washington DC may not seem like the best place to take your kids on vacation. The city appears oriented toward adult interests with its focus on government; however, as you look around, youll find there are many things to do in DC with kids! Many of Washington DC's attractions have been designed for kid-friendliness and will provide options for you to keep your young ones entertained for hours. Plus, not only are most of these attractions fun, children can learn from them as we

German Grammar: Solving False Cognates

German grammar can be difficult to master. Below, German teacher Noel S. shares a list of the most common false cognates, as well as exercises you can do to memorize these important words...
Students learning German are often relieved to hear that they already have a "head start" from the many recognizable German words that share the same English meaning, also known as cognates. Cognates are a great for learning German, as students have already developed mental associations with words and

5 Tips on How to Get Your Child to Practice Piano

Are you having trouble getting your child to practice the piano in between lessons? Below, piano teacher Sally H. outlines five tips on how to encourage your child to practice piano more often...
You've signed your child up for piano lessons and her new instructor encourages you to have her practice piano every day at home.
Your child, however, is giving you a hard time whenever you ask her to practice piano.
Many parents face this same exact scenario. They pay for piano lessons, bu

Starting With the Basics: How Do You Play Piano?

So you've made your mind up and you want to learn how to play the piano, right? Fantastic! Before you plop down and start banging away at the keys, there are a few things you should clarify so that you start out on the right track.
Set the Stage for Success
How do you play piano with no previous knowledge of music? One way is to hire an expert to show you. So first, take a look at your daily and weekly schedule. You will need to set aside time for lessons, and make sure your daily routine ca